Obituary of James Burwell

James Burwell affectionately known as "Jimmie" was born on October 12, 1935, in Granville County, North Carolina to the late Ernest and Susie (Brodie) Burwell. Jimmie departed this earthly life and transitioned into his heavenly home on November 22, 2016, with his brother by his side. In his early years, Jimmie attended grade school in Durham, North Carolina and graduated in 1953. In 1958, Jimmie enlisted in the United States Army where he served as a machine operator and received an honorable discharge in 1958. After the service, Jimmie gained employment at the United States Postal Office where he worked for forty one years before retiring. Jimmie enjoyed gardening and took pride in his vegetables. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed. He would often cut his neighbors grass and wouldn't ask for a penny. He had a very kind and giving nature and would help anyone in need, no questions asked. Jimmie was a very quiet yet serious and devoted family man. His facial expression was often misconstrued as mean but he had a heart of a gold. He had a secret desire to help people. He also had a love for animals and took care of the stray cats in the neighborhood feeding them while taking care of his garden. He had a very special bond with his older sister Catherine Jones who was like a "mother" to him. He will be truly missed. Jimmie was preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Susie Burwell, brothers; William, Winford and Leonard, sisters; Elsie and Ernestine. He leaves to cherish his memories his two brothers; Ernest Burwell (Sonya Washington), whom served as his caregiver until his final days and Bennie Lee Burwell of NY, NY. Nieces; Alice Burwell, Charine Hamilton and Mary Hobbs, great niece; Stephanie Burwell and Debbie Matthews and great nephew Steve Alston. He will be missed by a host and other family and friends all of whom he loved until death parted him from thi